Nutrition
Encouraging your pre-schooler to rest and sleep
Carole It is to every family member’s advantage if we can encourage sound resting and sleeping habits in our youngsters.
Malnutrition a fact of life for many
Robin Barker The news of two child deaths, allegedly involving malnutrition, arouses uncomfortable feelings of incredulity, dismay and shock.
Toddlers might be better with Big Macs
Kate Tarala Cheeseburgers, Big Macs and chocolate biscuits are healthier than some foods designed for babies and toddlers, many of which contain more sugar, salt or fat than similar products marketed to adults.
Chips, chocolate and cordial: the diet that fuels toddlers
Julie Robotham They are barely walking, but already know what they like. More than a quarter of toddlers' total food intake comes from chips, sweetened drinks, biscuits and other nutritionally-poor "extras", Sydney...
What's for dinner?
Catherine Saxelby How do parents make sure children get the nutrients they need in the transition from milk to meals?
Preschoolers to be tested
Louise Hall A comprehensive medical check-up program to ensure children can hear their teacher and see the blackboard, before they start school, will begin from Tuesday.
